Bincang dengan Akademisi, Penelitian Mendukung Jamu Tetap Lestari
A Conversation with Academics: How Research is Supporting the Continuity of Jamu
Jamu is a cultural heritage of Indonesia, consisting of herbal remedies made from medicinal plants with health benefits, traditionally used for generations. The 2010 Basic Health Research (Riskesdas) found that 59.12 percent of Indonesians—both in rural and urban areas—had consumed jamu. Even during the Covid-19 pandemic, a 2020 Ministry of Health study revealed that 79 percent of the population used jamu to boost their immunity. So, what role do universities play in the ongoing popularity of jamu among the public? Are there studies being conducted on its efficacy and how to ensure that jamu remains safe for consumption? And how is jamu connected to the newly enacted Health Law No. 17 of 2023?